Changes: Professor Television

Revision as of 20:26, 1 April 2010

Professor Television is a recurring Sesame Street segment, featuring Bill Irwin as the title character. The skits usually involved the professor demonstrating words, which always end in disaster.

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Theme

Earliest known apearance

Description

Open and Closed

Episode 3656

Professor Television tries to demonstrate open and closed, but his efforts backfire when the door does the opposite of what the sign says. So, he just puts up a sign saying "Nevermind".

Danger

Episode 3713

Professor Television tries to demonstrate "Danger" by putting a "Danger" sign above a deep drop. The sign falls, however, so he gets a large flashing "Danger" sign, which traps him.

Near and Far

Episode 3683

Professor Television tries to demonstrate near and far, with help from Maria's voice.

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